the analysis phase
sampling to trace procedural paths and information flows. The analysis phase has the following stepsannouncing the project creating the project team defining informational needs creating a design proposal at the conclusion of the analysis phase a decision on weather or not to proceed with the project must be made. this decision must be made based upon the information that is contained within the design proposal hence if it is important that the design proposal clearly identifies what resource will be required to complete the project and sets the major goals and the time frame for the completition of the project.